Production Scheduler

Layerzero-Power-Systems-Inc; Aurora (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

LayerZero Power Systems is seeking a Production Scheduler to translate demand into actionable schedules for multiple machines and work centers. You will develop daily to monthly loading plans, balance capacity, and coordinate with Operations, Materials, and Engineering to ensure timely delivery.

The role requires strong Excel/ERP skills, attention to capacity constraints, and proactive communication to manage changes.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma; associate or bachelor degree preferred in supply chain or related field.
• Experience in production planning, scheduling, or materials planning in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong understanding of capacity, cycle times, setup times and production constraints.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Excel for data analysis.
• Ability to analyze production data and translate demand into schedules.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and cross-functional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Translate demand, orders, forecasts into detailed machine/work center schedules.
• Develop daily, weekly, monthly machine-loading plans based on due dates.
• Review capacity and balance workloads across machines and work centers.
• Identify overloaded/underutilized resources and propose balancing actions.
• Sequence orders to maximize utilization with minimal changeovers.
• Coordinate priorities with production, materials, engineering, quality, and supply chain.
• Ensure materials, tooling, drawings, and programs are available before scheduling.
• Monitor and adjust schedules as conditions change; reschedule due to downtime or demand shifts.
• Maintain visibility of capacity, backlog, and schedule adherence; escalate risks.

Skills

Excel skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Prioritization

Machine capacity planning

Lean Manufacturing

OEE understanding

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Excel

Machining/CNC equipment knowledge

CNC/fabrication equipment knowledge

Job description

Description

About Us:

LayerZero Power Systems, LLC. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers.

Position Description: Production Scheduler

The Production Scheduler is responsible for translating customer demand, production requirements, and material availability into an executable production schedule for each machine or manufacturing work center.

This role balances demand against available machine capacity, labor, tooling, material, and production priorities to ensure work is scheduled efficiently and customer requirements are achieved. The Machine Load Scheduler works closely with Production, Materials, Manufacturing Engineering, Supply Chain, and Operations leadership to identify capacity constraints, prioritize work, and maintain an accurate forward-looking production plan.

Primary Duties:

• Translate customer demand, sales orders, forecasts, and production requirements into a detailed production schedule by machine and work center.
• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly machine-loading schedules based on required quantities and due dates.
• Review available machine capacity and compare it against current and future demand.
• Identify overloaded and underutilized machines or work centers and recommend actions to balance production.
• Sequence production orders to maximize machine utilization while minimizing changeovers, setup time, downtime, and production disruptions.
• Coordinate production priorities with Operations, Materials, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Confirm that materials, tooling, programs, fixtures, drawings, and other production requirements are available before scheduling work.
• Monitor actual production performance against the scheduled plan and adjust schedules when conditions change.
• Reschedule production based on equipment downtime, material shortages, quality issues, engineering changes, labor constraints, or changes in customer demand.
• Maintain visibility of machine utilization, available capacity, backlog, and schedule adherence.
• Identify potential capacity constraints early and **escalate** risks that could impact customer delivery.
• Support capacity planning by providing information regarding required machine hours versus available machine hours.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering when alternate machines, processes, routings, or additional capacity may be required.
• Maintain accurate planning and scheduling information within the ERP/MRP system.
• Participate in daily production and planning meetings and communicate changes to the production schedule.
• Support continuous improvement activities related to scheduling, machine utilization, throughput, lead time, and production flow.

Requirements

Experience & Skills:

• Previous experience in production planning, scheduling, manufacturing operations, or materials planning preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with multiple machines or work centers.
• Strong understanding of production capacity, cycle times, setup times, routings, and manufacturing constraints.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Ability to analyze production data and translate demand into actionable schedules.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate across multiple departments.
• Experience with machine capacity planning and finite production scheduling.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Understanding of takt time, cycle time, throughput, bottleneck management, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Experience developing machine-loading or capacity-planning tools.
• Experience working with CNC equipment, fabrication equipment, machining centers, laser cutters, press brakes, waterjets, or other manufacturing machinery.
• Experience with Business Central, SAP, Oracle, Epicor, or similar ERP systems.

Education:

• Minimum: High school diploma or GED
• Preferred: Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field preferred.

Why Join Us? Our Benefits Make a Difference.

We believe great employees deserve great benefits designed to support health, financial well-being, professional growth, and family needs. Most of our core benefits are provided at no cost, reflecting our commitment to investing in the well-being of our team.

• $0-cost Dental Insurance
• $0-cost Vision Insurance
• $0-cost Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• $0-cost Life Insurance with additional buy up options
• Medical Plan Choices, including one no-cost medical option plus two additional buy-up plan options
• $0-cost Employee Assistance Program offering confidential counseling and support services
• Employer Health Savings Account Contributions to help offset health expenses
• Retirement Plan Options with generous employer matching contributions
• Paid Parental Leave to support your growing family

Why You will Love Working with Us:

• Impact: Develop your skills and expertise in a rapidly growing industry, with your work directly influencing the success of mission-critical projects.
• Innovation: immerse yourself in an environment that celebrates forward thinking and continuous improvement.
• Collaborative spirit: Work closely with engineers, marketers, and other professionals to bring ideas to life.
• Grow with us: We are committed to your personal and professional development, offering endless opportunities to improve your skills and advance your career.

At LayerZero, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.